Description Associate Infection Preventionist (Full-Time / Days) - Infection Control at Kadlec Regional Medical Center in Richland, WA Work Schedule Monday - Friday core business hours, requires some flexibility. The Associate Infection Preventionist is the entry-level position for Infection Prevention. A candidate for this position must have a sufficient healthcare background but requires only basic infection prevention/epidemiology knowledge, as the majority of training will occur on the job. Based on commensurate experience and certifications, candidates may qualify for Infection Prevention Specialist or Senior Infection Preventionist positions. Providence caregivers are not simply valued - they're invaluable. Join our team at Kadlec Regional Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them. Shift Details: Full Time, Exempt, Day Shift, 40 hours every week Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree - Nursing, Public Health, Lab Sciences, Microbiology or related health science field. Or equivalent educ/experience, Preferred Qualifications: a-IPC (Associate - Infection Prevention and Control) or CIC (Certification of Infection Control) Master's Degree Nursing, Public Health, Lab Sciences, Microbiology and related health science field. Or equivalent educ/experience, 2 years - Healthcare and/or Epidemiology related experience Why Join Providence? Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of providing safe, compassionate care. About Providence At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of "Know me, care for me, ease my way." Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we'll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable. The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Check out our benefits page for more information about our Benefits and Rewards. About the Team Located in sunny Tri-Cities, Washington, Kadlec is the largest non-profit healthcare provider in the region, offering primary and specialty care to patients in the Tri-Cities and surrounding region. Kadlec is the premier choice for customer service excellence, providing compassionate healthcare by combining cutting-edge technology and innovation with evidence-based, patient-focused care. Kadlec is the home to a growing open-heart surgery and interventional cardiology program, the region's only level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, a world-class all digital outpatient imaging center as well as a number of other innovative services and programs. Requsition ID: 279331 Company: Kadlec Jobs Job Category: Clinical Safety Job Function: Clinical Support Job Schedule: Full time Job Shift: Day Career Track: Clinical Professional Department: 3010 INFECTION